Balurghat-Guwahati train proposal discussed with Railway Minister

Kamal Kumar Biswas.TOD.Balurghat 

Balurghat Lok Sabha MP and Union Minister of State for Education Dr.Sukanta Majumdar held a meeting with Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw in New Delhi on Thursday to discuss the development and expansion of railway infrastructure in Balurghat and various parts of West Bengal.According to Dr. Majumdar, the meeting covered several important issues relating to railway connectivity, infrastructure development and passenger services in the State. The discussions were aimed at strengthening rail infrastructure in the Balurghat parliamentary constituency and addressing the long-standing connectivity requirements of residents of the region.

A key issue discussed during the meeting was the proposal to introduce a special express train service connecting Balurghat with Guwahati in Assam. Dr. Majumdar said the proposed service could play an important role in meeting the long-standing demand of people in Balurghat and South Dinajpur for better connectivity with Assam and the northeastern region.The proposed direct service is expected to provide passengers with an additional travel option and strengthen the economic and social links between South Dinajpur and Assam. However, the proposal would require further consideration and approval by the Railway Ministry before its introduction.

Dr. Majumdar said efforts would continue to strengthen railway connectivity in Balurghat and neighbouring areas, improve passenger amenities and accelerate infrastructure development.He said the initiatives were being pursued in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a ‘Viksit Bharat’ or developed India, with improved transport infrastructure forming an important part of regional development.

The meeting also underlined the demand for faster expansion of railway facilities in West Bengal, particularly in regions where improved connectivity could benefit passengers as well as local economic activity.Dr. Majumdar expressed hope that the proposed Balurghat-Guwahati service would help fulfil a long-standing aspiration of the people of South Dinajpur and provide stronger rail links between North Bengal and the Northeast.